Category: Divorce

Can I apply for divorce in USA? I was married in outside of the USA and have a son. My husband is in India and I live with my son in USA. You can get divorced in the United States, however, depending on which state you live in, the time periods can vary. In Maryland [..]

WHAT IS EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION? A vital part of any divorce procedure is sharing of properties. While it might be unpalatable to divide each bit of property you possess, it is an essential part of any divorce. To guarantee that both spouse leaves with a reasonable, levelheaded measure of the matrimonial resources, the courts require what [..]

I have been separated for 2 years. I’m interested in purchasing a home. Can my wife come after my new home when we divorce? Location: Bowie, MD Does she have any rights to the property even though her name isn’t on it? Answer: Marital Property is defined as property, however titled, acquired during the marriage, [..]

Is it possible to get a divorce without being separated for a year? I’ve been married for 15 years and have 2 kids. The relationship has fallen apart and I just want to get on with my life. I pay all the bills and can’t afford to move out and take on another bill. Although [..]

My husband had an affair that resulted in a child. Since we reconciled I was told adultery is out of the questions, but now since it was determined to be his, can I file on the grounds of adultery, if I chose to leave? Thomas’s Answer Why do you need to prove adultery? You must [..]

Question: I filed notice to voluntarily dismiss complaint for absolute divorce by mail with the $15 fee over 10 days ago. It still says active/open online. No answer was filed, so how long for the case to be dismissed? Practice Area: Dismiss Absolute Divorce Answer: A party may voluntarily dismiss there case if an answer [..]

Request childs attorney Location: Baltimore, MD Would it be appropriate to request a court appointed attorney for my child? I am looking to file for divorce and my ex has completely shut my child away from me. She refuses to act in his best interest and can’t even talk about him without arguing her power [..]

Would I have any grounds to file a civil suit against my ex husband divorce (effective Dec. 2014)- He walked out on me after less than 1 year of marriage, but we were together for 10 years during which time he financial gained a lot (over 1.3 million net worth)–while I have virtually no money. [..]

My wife filed for absolute divorce, but I haven’t been served yet. Can we annul the marriage? Asked about 6 hours ago – Towson, MD She filed a month ago, requested sheriff to serve papers, but they haven’t yet. Can she request the divorce be annulled? Answer: In Maryland you need grounds for a divorce [..]